Chevrolet claims that data show drivers of the first-generation Volt achieved, and often exceeded, the published EPA-estimated mileage.
The 2016 Volt with an all-new second-generation Voltec extended-range electric propulsion system delivers 53 miles of pure EV range, based on EPA testing. That is almost a 40% improvement compared to the first-generation of the hybrid. General Motors Executive Chief Engineer Electrified Vehicles Pamela Fletcher made the announcement during an Advanced Powertrain Forum presentation at the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) Management Briefing Seminars in Traverse City, Michigan.
Chevrolet predicts many next-gen Volt owners will use power solely from their batteries for more than 90% of trips, up from the previous use of battery power on 80%b of their trips. This means the average Volt owner could expect to travel well over 1,000 miles between gas fill ups, if they charge regularly.
For the first 53 miles, the Volt can drive gas and tailpipe-emissions free using a full charge of electricity stored in its new 18.4-kWh lithium-ion battery, rated at a combined 106 MPGe, or gasoline equivalent. When the Volt’s battery runs low, a gas-powered generator operates to extend the driving range for a total of 420 miles on a full tank.
Chevrolet claims that data show drivers of the first-generation Volt achieved, and often exceeded, the published EPA-estimated mileage. Chevrolet expects the same label-exceeding result with the next-generation Volt.
